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The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

The First Assembly District Convention,
on Wednesday last. did wise thing in
nominating Carnot B. Meeker, of Chatham.
The work of the Convention was harmo-
NOUS to degree. and the nominee was Sc
lected without opposition, and speedily
nominated by reclamation. The selection
of Mr.. Meeker is not only wise in point of
locality, but is eminently good of itself.
The name adds strength to an already
very unusually strong ticket-so strong
that it must prove invincible by rousing
majority on election day, if Republicans
but do their simple, plain duty-and we
have every reason to believe that they will.
Carnot B. Meeker is one of the first and
foremost men of Chatham township, and,
indeed, of the county. Heis not unknown
in public affairs, and his excellent personal
character and high standing in the COM
munity is strong and convincing proof that
he will make safe, reliable and conscien-
tious representative of this district, and
one which will reflect credit alike upon
his constituents and the State. A man
just in the prime of life, with rare business
tact and social attainments, and noted for
his sterling integrity in both private and
public life. he is man to be trusted; and,
in short. will make the typical representa-
tive of an intelligent and progressive con-
stituency The eldest son of the late
Daniel Meeker, of Chatham, he is TO the
manor born, and therefore fully conversant
with the needs and requirements of the
community. In the winter of 1861-62 he
served as clerk in the Quartermasters De-
partment in the field in June, '63, he was
Commissioned Second Lieutenant, and as
sisted in recruiting and organizing the eel
ebrated Second New Jersey Cavalry,
served in that regiment in the Southwest
under Gen. Grierson until the winter of
"a and IS, when he was commissioned
First Lieutenant under Gen. Dana, then
commanding the Department of Mississip-
pi, upon whose staff he served until the
close of the war, and then resigned in
June, IS. He has served as Town Com
mitteeman in Chatham, and has represent
ed that, township in the Board of Free
holders during the past three years. He
will next serve his own and other town
ships in the Legislature.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

The leaders of the Knights of Labor,
who have just closed their deliberations at
Minneapolis, appear to have been actuated
by commendable conservatism that was
not entirely expected by the public. The
sessions of the body were secret; but from
what has been allowed to leak out of the
tenor of their proceedings, there seems to
have been very earnest effort made TO
save the organization from the effect of
past errors that had well nigh caused its
disruption. Its new plans differ radically
from its previous policy. The Knights
now seek close alliance with their former
antagonists-the trades unions; they prom
Use more economical administration of
their finances; they have administered a
crushing rebuke to the Anarchists; and
last. but not least, Mr. Powderly now
declares that the premium has been taken
off strikes by the abolition of the assistance
fund, and that difficulties hereafter will be
settled by arbitration. This important
as to the action of the late Convention was
made only on Thursday of last week He
declared that, in his opinion, there would
be no serious labor troubles during the
coming year, because the Order had de-
cided to refuse all financial aid to strikers.
Should this determination be really en-
forced, its effect can scarcely be over-esti.>
mated. 1t is precisely in the line of the
course that is pursued with admirable re-
suits by the Brotherhood of Locomotive
Engineers; the most successful labor Or
CARNATIONS of the time, whose wise leader,
Grand Chief Engineer Arthur, seeks in
variably to avoid strikes, not to foment
them. There is still hope that the Knights
organization may prove useful to its mem
bers, if it shall steadfastly adhere to the
conservative course that has been mapped
out at Minneapolis. -Sentinel of Freedom.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Prohibition doesn't prohibit in Maine.
but it gives the police and constables
work to do. Two Gardiner officers, after
lying in wait three days. raided rum
hole near the Soldiers Home the Other
day. and Brunswick constables recently
made the eighteenth seizure within two
weeks. A Sanford farmer sold key o.
cider to neighbor, who thereupon
threatened to have him arrested for vic.
lating the law. The farmer at once paid
500 hush money, but when his neighbors
heard of it they chased the blackmailei
out of town by threats of tar and
feathers.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Notwithstanding the recent rumor that
the Railway murder case would soon be
solved, the authorities are still as deeply
surrounded by mystery as they were in
the beginning, last weeks reports having
also proved erroneous. Annie Ingram,
who was so fully identified as the murder
ed woman by New Brunswick detectives,
got mad about it and came back. She
thought inquisitive people were taking
advantage of her absence and unwarrant-
ably meddling with her affairs. The de-
tectives now have another clue"
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Republicans don't seem to have con-
Quoted this campaign thus far to suit the
Democracy, whose only stock in trade is
pointing out what we should have done
or did not do. Well. we freely admit
that Republicans haue recklessly persisted
in a series of mistakes during the past
fortnight very serious mistakes for the
Democracy. It reminds us Of Bob Inger>
soils mistakes of Moses" And then we
are reminded that The Republicans possibly
did not start out with the express purpose
of conducting campaign to please the
Democracy. Hence the grand kick all
along the Democratic line. And it's really
amusing, too.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

The unemployed labor rioters about
Hyde Park and Trafalgar Square, Lon
don, are made up of tramps led by feI-
lows who are simply masquerading as
unemployed" SO as to play into the hands
of Socialstic agitators and Anarchist de-
structives, with the further notion of TAX
ing advantage of disturbance to smash
shop windows and get off with plnnder
Some of the same sort are in our owr
country.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

The Banner in booming Oscar Lindsey
for Sheriff says, AS Assessor of his town
ship for many years, he is returned by his
people each year with increased majorities. y
Yes, that is literally true but oh how
very, very little of it. We last week gave
the reason of these increased majorities, .
and now the Banner's little three-line fact
corroborates our statement. Why don't
our neighbor enlarge on Oscars popularity
as Asses or What a record to go before
the people with
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Science says that " from forty to Fifty
per cent. of the men who attend churches
and operas are bald, while less thar
twenty five per cent, of the men who &c
to prize fights are hairless" The expla-
nation is simple. The men who go tc
prize fights habitually wear their hail
short and there is no interference with
the circulation Of air through the sparse
thatches which cover their roofs.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Gustave A. Becker, Henry D. futile
and Charles G. Hosking, the three Re-
publican nominees for Coroners, are
gentlemen well known in their respective
neighborhoods, and are worthy of and
entitled to the full support of their party
The Office of Coroner is not usually re-
garded as important, yet occasions may
and frequently do arise requiring the
best skill and ability in that direction
Vote the whole ticket.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

William H Howell has been tried and
not found wanting. He is the typical
representative of the people. and com.
mands the full and entire confidence of the
community. His election by rousing
majority would bring with it no doubts,
no misgivings. Besides this, he is and
has been an intelligent and effective
worker in the ranks of his party, and
deserves well of the party.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Both the Banner and Index seem greatly
exercised over Surrogate McDavit. But
they seem to forget that Mr.. McDavit is
not running for Office this Fall. 1t is very
hard for our esteemed contemporaries to
accept the situation, but the medicine must
be taken all the same. A sick and sorry
time you are having of it, neighbors, and
you have our sympathy.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Captain Cory has hosts of warm personal
friends in both parties throughout the
county, and is absolutely free from en-
tanglement or Identification with any par
ticular clique or faction in his own party,
and is therefore inimical to none. He is
simply a good Republican under any and
all circumstances, and genial, whole
souled worthy gentleman withal.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

The Union Hill anarchists have found a
new safety valve. When they become
exceedingly angry they relieve their feel
ings by hosting the American flag union
down. 1t is lucky for them that there is
no United States fort in the immediate
vicinity, or they might find themselves
confronted by corporal's guard and row
Of fixed bayonets some fine morning. This
is not very Strong government, but it
is probably robust enough to take care of
itself when occasion demands.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Col. George W. Hooker, Vermont mem
Der of the Republican National Committee
intimates that the next Republican Con-
vention will be held in Chicago, and the
chances to-day are in favor of Blaine. He
says that the West is enthusiastic for him
and, if nominated, he can be elected. AS
to the Vice Presidency. Col Hooker looks
upon ex-Gov. John D. Long, Of Massa-
chusetts, as one of the best men.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Governor Martin, of Kansas, has COM
muted the punishment of the man Stew
art to six months, instead of seventeen
years imprisonment. and reduced the fine
of 500, 800 to 5000. The offence, it will be
remembered, was selling beer in Wichita.
a prohibition town.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Charles Fl. Plummer, wealthy lumber
man of East Saginaw, Mich, offers to give
to each of the families of the police officers
murdered at the Haymarket Square riot in
Chicago forty acres of good farming land,
conditioned only on their occupying the
same, and will also give each family
enough lumber to build house thereon.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

This Falls election proceeds Presi-
dental campaign. The present commend
able condition of the Republican party
insures success in the coming election
if Republicans but get out their own vote
the failure of which is the one possible
failure of victory. Success now would be
great step toward success next Fall
This situation is plain-the duty just as
plain.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

If Oscar Lindsey was not in Canads
during the war, it would have been very
much more to his credit to have been there
than where he was-at home cursing the
Government that protected him and his.
But Oscar was foolish then. and if he has
ever gotten over it, it might be well to in
quire into how and why the change came
ahOut
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Snow storms are being reported from
the Vest we shouldn't be at all surprised
to see some of them coming this way
shortly, and it has the appearance as il
quite number of Democrats will BIZ
showed under" in a short time.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Johnston Cornish, the Democratic ring
nominee for Senator in Warren county
has withdrawn from the ticket on account
of the question being raised that he is in
eligible by reason of being under the re-
quired age. thirty years. A queer mis-
take, and long while coming to the sur
face.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

The axiom that Goods build and wiso
men buy" seems to be as applicable to
ships as to houses. The celebrated Great
Eastern steamship. which cost about
$25 900, 900 for construction, alterations
and repairs, has just been sold for $4O5,-
600.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Cap. Cory was brave and faithful
soldier, and is capable and competent
gentleman and straight Republican. He
has never held a political Office, but is in
every way deserving of one-and will
ret it
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Lieut.. Meeker deserves well of his
party, and will secure rousing majority
in Chatham, where he is best known,
though not unknown throughout his
district.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

William II. Howell, than whom proba.
bly, no man in this county possesses in a
more eminent degree the absolute conf
dence and esteem of his fellow citizens,
is gentleman of no ordinary calibre He
is not only blessed with large share OF
good common sense, but in addition is a
man of rare executive ability and sound,
ripe judgment. He is natural-born
leader, and has the happy faculty of lead
ting by instinct born of sound reasoning,
the natural sequence of which is respect
for his opinions and confidence in his
leadership. His sterling worth as man
and a citizen ensures him the respect of
the community, and his logical wisdom in
the councils of his party endear him to
all with whom he comes in political con
tact. One of natures noblemen, viewed
from whatever standpoint, he richly merits
preferment to the important Office for
which he is candidate, and which he
would fill with such distinguished grace
and ability. Vote for him you can make
no mistake thereby.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

The editor of the Boston Police Nsa0s
has been cowhidcd by woman. It Is to
be hoped she is pretty. It must be terribly
eyasperating TO be logged by homely
female.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Would it be fair to say that since its
adoption Of Georges theories the Labor
party in Newark has gone to the old
Henry ?
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

The objections to third term" aspira-
tons have always been partially based on
apprehension Of tendency to dictatorship
or despotic rule.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

HE serves his party best who serves
his country best" Bearing this in mind,
what Republican could cast vote for
Oscar Lindsey?
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Pile up Capt. Cory's majority SO high
that Oscar Lindsey won't be heard from
again until the next civil war. Pile it
on thick.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

President Cleveland has designated No
vember gath as Thanksgiving Day. How
many Democrats will give thanks after
election is the next question.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

The Banner is farming the Surrogate
McDavit matter with real "pernicious
activity" but the plant won't grow
hence the Banners chagrin.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

This is not the first time Cap. Cory has
fought Oscar Lindsey. He did it away
back in the COS, and whipped him, too
and will do it this time.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Republicans are wheeling into line all
over the county. and on election day will
present solid and formidable front.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

There is a general expectation shown all
over the country that the Republicans of
Ohio will carry the State by tremendous
majority.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Cap. Ira w. Cory served his country
faithfully and well during that crucial
period when heroes were sorely needed.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Never mind the mistakes" of Republi-
cans, gentlemen of the opposition you
will find it no picnic next Tuesday week.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29
MARRIED.

vAIL-AnRAMs.-At Morristown, Oct. Goth. by
Rev. Addison Parker. at the residence of Mr.
Samuel E. Abrams, father of the bride, Mr.
Isaac Vail of Baskingridge and Miss Mary A
Abrams of Morristown.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Hon. John R. Pitney is nominated for
reelection to the Assembly from the Dem.
ocratic Third District.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Oscar may make good deal of noise
coming down, but he will get to the base
ment just the same.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

The political aspect throughout the
county at this writing indicates that the
Republican ticket will be elected entire.
This is confidently claimed by Republicans
who are best advised as to the situation,
and is conceded by many astute Demo-
Gratis. This would seem encouraging, and,
yet, just here lies the danger of possible
defeat Apathy, that worst of all qualities
in political campaign, has lost many an
otherwise sure victory. This very sense
of certainty and security is to-day the
greatest danger menacing the party in the
county Republicans very naturally feel
that they have strong, an invincible
ticket, and that it cannot be defeated.
This is always great mistake, and not
infrequently a fatal error. There is nc
disputing the fact that the party is in good
shape for effective work, if once aroused
to the exigency of the situation; that
sectional and local differences are tempo
rarily-if not permanently-laid away,
and the party as an organization in con-
dition to present solid and good old
fashioned fighting front. Assuming this
to be the case, it would seem little less
than criminal negligence to let victory es-
cape by default. The one great thing now
incumbent upon the party is to get out
the full Republican vote. This being
done, there is no possible danger of de-
feat to do less than this would seem to
invite defeat The situation, then, is quite
clear, and the manifest duty of every Re-
publican is accordingly plain. Get out
the vote leave no legitimate stone I'M
turned TO accomplish that end, for upon
it hinges the result. Get out the vote
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Oscar has been standing candidate so
often and SO long that he has become sadly
shop-worn.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29
Be Your Own Doctor.

1t won't cost you one half so much.
Do not delay. Send three 2 cent stamps
for postage, and we will send you DR..
Kaufmann's great work, fine colored
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The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29
A sheeplet to Oscar.

Oscar had a little plan,
A scheme, as one might say it,
To lower the tax of every man
Who lives down in Passaic.
He brought his scheme to town one day,
When the Board of Assessors met;
They wouldn't have it just that way,
But raised his rate. you bet.
The Board commended, and rightly too,
That Passaic should pay her share
OF the county's expense, as others do,
Thus dividing the burden fair.
1.-THE scheme is good,' willy Oscar said,
ITO boost my Sheriff boom;''
But it didn't pan out worth red 4
He's up the political fiume.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Cory, Howell and Meeker-a trinity in
which there is strength unto victory.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29
Notice I

THE PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO
formerly occupied by E. G. LACEY for fifteen
will be opened Oct. 1st by Mr., and Mrs. Lacey,
Artists and Photographers.
This Gallery is entirely remodeled and fur
nished with all the modern improvements re-
Iating to the art.
All negatives made in this Studio since 1872
are now in their possession.
The business at present carried on oyer
New York Cash Store will be transferred at
above date. x49H
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29
Between Camden and Burlington. O.

Between Camden and Burlington, on
the Jersey side Of the Delaware, the
Pennsylvania Railroad Company is
spending large sum OF money in laying
down new rails and ties. Besides, all
the wooden bridges are to be replaced
with the well known style of bridge COM
posed OF iron and stone. Nearly every
loot Of the land between Camden and
Burlington has been acquired for build
ing purposes, and it will not be more
than year hence when one nearly con-
tinuous village of almost twenty miles
will line the road on either side.
Re Yor1r OWN nnntnr
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

What makes Passaic love Oscar so?"
The people all do cry;
/" Because Oscar lowers their tax, you know,
The Board of Assessors reply.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

Election, Tuesday, Nov. 8,
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1887-10-29

ours are tie plans q. fair, delighkfalp peace,
Jmwarted BY party rage. 10 Ave like6yotters
Wichita eagle., 1887-03-06
A PRE>E NATION.

This time it il Officer Lilly who is in luck.
For almost half year he has carefully
guarded and zealously protected the interest
ln,rusted 20 him. His efforts have been ap-
preciatei. and Yesterday Officer Dan Parks
stepped up and presented him with an ele-
CANT gold watch and police badge. Officer
Parks made neat little speech in the pre-
seutation. A, first Lilly was so taken by sur
prise be could make no reply, but recovering
himself he expressed thanks to the friends
who so kindly remembered him.
The badge is gold and finely carved. II
was procured in Chicago at the COS: OF ss5.
Jrpon the front enamelei is Nv ichita
Police on the other side, Presented 10 T.
Lilly from his Wichita friends. March 4,
1851"
The watch is one Of the finest that Post
had in bis store aid cost s!25. IL has a
she'll case richly engraved and the b ".
RAYMOND works. On an inner lid is, ''Pre-
sen,ed TO T. Lilly by his Douglas avenue
friends March :. 1851, Wichita. Kan
Officer Lilly has very high appreciation
Of the gifts, tot only on account Of their
value but principally owing TO their being
presented by those be has served and who
have thus convinced him of the esteem in
xh; n his lsbors have been held